Agency Department of Corporate and Digital Work unit Web Services

Development

Job title Senior Digital Content Officer Designation Administrative Officer 6

Job type Full Time Duration Fixed up to 30/06/2027

Salary $102,505 - $114,282 Location Darwin

Position number 40031 RTF 357595 Closing 09/10/2026

Contact officer Vanessa Madrill, Manager Digital Content on 08 8999 2067 or [email protected]

About the agency https://dcdd.nt.gov.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=357595

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR

TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

Provide specialist digital content advice and web services to Northern Territory Government (NTG) agencies to support accessible,

accurate and standards-compliant digital content across government websites.

Context statement The Web Services unit supports NTG agencies to create and maintain a high-quality online presence, that meets national standards,

supports clear communication and delivers a strong user experience.

Key duties and responsibilities

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Provide specialist advice to agencies on digital content structure, accessibility, search engine optimisation and contemporary web

standards to support effective, user-focused online services.
1. Lead the review, development and optimisation of web content, using data, analytics and user insights to improve quality, accuracy

and findability across government websites.
1. Support client agencies in adopting web standards and best practice for developing person-centred content.
2. Work in partnership with agencies, subject matter experts and stakeholders to plan, coordinate and deliver digital content updates

and initiatives, including the timely publishing of website requests.
1. Project manage activities related with onboarding new or offboarding end-of-life websites.
2. Contribute to the strategic objectives of the Web Services unit by sharing expertise, supporting continuous improvement and working

collaboratively to deliver consistent, high-quality services.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Demonstrated knowledge of user-centred digital content design, including accessibility, information architecture, plain language, and

content standards.
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Robust understanding of website publishing and search engine optimisation best practice.
2. Well-developed interpersonal and influencing skills with a positive approach to engaging and collaborating with team members,

colleagues and clients to deliver successful outcomes.
1. Highly developed digital literacy with the ability to quickly learn, adapt to and effectively use web platforms, tools and technologies.
2. Proven ability to plan, coordinate and deliver high-quality initiatives that meet client requirements, user needs and agreed standards.
3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use evidence, data and user insights to inform content decisions and

practical solutions.
1. Demonstrated commitment to the DCDD values of commitment to service, innovation, ethical practice, accountability, impartiality,

diversity and respect.

Desirable

1. Qualifications in relevant discipline, e.g. Journalism, Communication Design or equivalent.
2. Experience using web platforms or products including content management systems (Squiz Matrix, Drupal), governance (Monsido,

SiteImprove), user research tools (Optimal Workshop) and analytics (Google Analytics). Further information A consideration of applying for this job, is the requirement to work additional hours including weekends. The recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to selection being confirmed. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history.

📌 Senior Digital Content Officer (Northern Territory)
🏢 NT Government - Department of Corporate and Digital Development
📍 Northern Territory